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Outstanding BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University in Malaysia

EduSpiral emphasised the importance of having good English for our future career. I am glad to join a globalised university which has helped me to improve my communication skills.Vincent Yeoh, Accounting & Finance at Asia Pacific University

Students after SPM, UEC or STPM can consider taking the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University (APU) where they are the only university in Malaysia offering the Forensic Accounting specialisation. Furthermore, APU has a globalised student environment where Malaysian students can gain invaluable cultural insights as well as improve their spoken English. These make Asia Pacific University one of the best universities for you to choose to study the Accounting & Finance degree in Malaysia.

BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University is an excellent springboard from which to launch a professional career in accountancy or to pursue further study. It is well established, and is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the principles and practice of accounting and related subjects.

Asia Pacific University (APU) is ranked Tier 5 or “Excellent” in the SETARA 2017 rating by MQA. 95% of APU Graduates are employed before graduation.

Students on the course have the flexibility of developing and building their specialist knowledge within an Accounting and Finance context whether in industry or public service. The award covers an in-depth knowledge of the core areas for those intending to move into the Accounting profession as well as those specialised areas such as tax, forensic and investment.

The BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific University’s new campus

University programme also includes an option for students to undergo an industrial internship programme which will equip them with practical employment skills.

The BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University is specifically designed to provide:

Knowledge & skills in identifying, investigating and examining evidence skills, including the processes in how to identify financial statement misrepresentation, transaction reconstruction, tax evasion and other improper accounting activities.

Accounting skills for use in litigation – civil, criminal and corporate world.
Effective oral and written communication skills related to forensic accounting.

Abilities in building and presenting a fraud case and understanding the impact it can have on an organisation.

Admission Requirements for the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University

“I met up with EduSpiral about 4 times in Ipoh & at Asia Pacific University to discuss about my future. He provided me with in-depth information and even arranged for me to meet up with the Head of School at APU to talk to me.”Kar Jun, Accounting graduate from Asia Pacific University

2 Principal Passes with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) at STPM level and with a Credit Pass at SPM including Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM; or

2 Passes with Grade C & Above at ‘A’ Levels and with a Credit Pass at ‘O’ Levels / GCSE including Mathematics and a Pass in English; or

Pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Jayyid, and credits in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM level;

The APIIT/APU Foundation or equivalent with CGPA of 2.5 and Credit in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level and a Pass in English ; or

5 Grade B’s in UEC including Mathematics; or

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with minimum average of 50%; or

Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) with minimum average of 60%; or

South Australian Matriculation Certificate (SAM) with minimum of 60%; or

International Baccalaureate with minimum 24 marks;

Victorian Certificate of Education with minimum average of 50%;

Ontario Secondary School Diploma with minimum average of 50%; or

A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

What you will study in the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University

Year 1 Subjects for the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University

Group study room in the library at Asia Pacific University

This level provides a detailed underpinning to the study of accounting in the modern IT world. Students will be equipped with mathematical, and communication skills. It also provides students with an understanding of the legal, business and social environment in which accounting operates and be conversant in the technical languages and practices of the accounting sector in market economy.

Common Modules

Business and Communication Skills

Business Economics

Business Law

Financial Accounting 1

Computing class at Asia Pacific University’s new campus

Financial Accounting 2

Introduction to Management

Introduction to Service Management

Marketing

Quantitative Analysis

Quantitative Skills

In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-Curricular Activities.

Year 2 Subjects for the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University

Classroom at Asia Pacific University’s new campus

This level provides the introduction to practices of forensic accounting and the relationship to auditing in setting characteristics by reliance on information technology. This area of understanding will be supported by the modules Introduction to Forensic Accounting, Audit and Assurance, Audit and Investigation and Management Information

Systems.

Students are also introduced to the Business Research Methods module which exposes students on how to conduct research and write research proposals.

Students will also use their co curricular activities (social, sport, cultural etc.) as evidence of the development of your personal skills, which are highly regarded by employers. They will collect this information in a portfolio and submit together with an essay showing how these experiences have helped to develop their employability skills such as social, interpersonal, planning, communications and many

Top lecturers teach at Asia Pacific University (APU)

others.

After the completion of Level 2 students will undertake a short Internship. This will prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the world of Accounting and Finance.

Common Modules

Audit and Assurance

Business Analysis

Company Accounts

Cost and Managerial Accounting

Ethics and Corporate Governance

Group study room at Asia Pacific University (APU)

Financial Management

Financial Reporting

Introduction to Taxation

Business Research Methods

Specialised Modules

Audit and Investigation

Introduction to Forensic Accounting

Management Information Systems

INTERNSHIP

After the completion of Level 2 students will undertake a short Internship / Industrial Training. This will prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the world of Accounting and Finance.

Year 3 Subjects for the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forensic Accounting at Asia Pacific University

I am so glad that my mother found EduSpiral online. I used to be quiet and not able to communicate well in English. Now, I am more confident and speak a lot in English because of the great university environment.Zhi Kang, Business at Asia Pacific University

In level 3 you are provided with a detailed study of audit, examination and investigation issues from a financial perspective. Often, this will involve the preparation for a court case where forensic accountants are presented by expert witnesses. In some cases, forensic accountants are used as a proactive measure to find areas for potential concern. This area of understanding will be supported by Fraud Investigation, Investigation in Forensic Accounting, Forensic Accounting & Legal Environment and Forensic Auditing & Information Technology.

The Forensic Accounting project will further develop the academic and practical aspects of students chosen area of study and reinforces their independent learning skills.

Common Modules

Advanced Taxation

Company Law

Corporate Finance

Investigation in Forensic Accounting

Management Accounting Techniques

Managing People and Performance

Strategic Financial Decision Making

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Specialised Modules

Forensic Accounting & Legal Environment

Forensic Accounting Project

Forensic Auditing & Information Technology

Fraud Investigation

Note: The specialism will only appear in the academic transcript.

Careers in Forensic Accounting in Malaysia

This combination of accounting, auditing and investigating skills, will create accounting professionals with the skills and knowledge to carry out investigations and participate as expert witnesses in trials. Graduates could work in areas from bankruptcy and divorce cases to major fraud and capital crime cases where investigating accounting is needed.

A well-structured internship or industrial training programme in collaboration with industry is incorporated into the curriculum. The main objective of the internship programme is to further enhance your employability.

In many cases the same company at which you had internship/industrial training will offer you employment as soon as you graduate. In all cases you will gain an invaluable insight into the world of business and managemet practices and be better equipped to position yourself for the career you seek.

Provide you with a rewarding yet challenging learning experience to enable you to be a high quality graduates with the knowledge, skills and understanding for an effective and valued career.

Enable you to undertake employment in industry, commerce or public service as professionals by developing your capabilities in relation to innovation, integration of ideas and concepts, interactive development, information provision and imaginative approaches to processes and problem solving.

Provide you with a Personal Development Planning opportunity in relation to enhancing your employability through increasing your independence, inventiveness, ingenuity and developing your all round intelligence in relation to solving problems, decision making, working with other people and communication skills.

Facilitate your progression, both academic and practical, by means of developing knowledge, key skills and a capacity for independent and lifelong learning

Enable you to specialise in depth in areas corresponding to your ability and choice.

Exemptions from Professional Papers

Graduates from Asia Pacific University will receive a UK Dual Award degree from Staffordshire University. An impressive 95% of APU’s graduates obtain jobs before graduation.

Upon completion of B.A (Hons) in Accounting & Finance at Asia Pacific University, students are eligible for exemptions for a maximum of 9 papers from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), 6 papers exemptions (All the certificate-level papers and 1 operational-level paper) from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), 8 papers from CPA Australia, 6 papers from Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), and 5 or 7 papers from Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia (CTIM) based on the areas of specialisation. Diploma in Accounting are eligible for 3 fundamental modules exemption from ACCA.

Students who articulate from the APU Diploma Programme will be granted exemptions based on the prevalent policy of the relevant professional bodies.

Accredited by:

The UK Dual Degree Programmes at Asia Pacific University

Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK

The Dual Degree Programmes are offered through a unique collaborative partnership between APU and Staffordshire University, United Kingdom, through which Staffordshire accredits undergraduate programmes that are designed and delivered by APU. On completion of the programme, students will be awarded two undergraduate degree Certificates and Transcripts: one from APU and one from Staffordshire.

The APU-Staffordshire Dual Degree Programmes are offered under an approved collaboration in accordance with the Code of Practice for the Assurance of Academic Quality and Standards in Higher Education as published by the United Kingdom Quality Assurance Agency’s (QAA).

APU’s academic programmes are all approved by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia and the qualifications are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

The Computer Science degree programme at Asia Pacific University is specifically designed to provide:

Technical knowledge, skills and background in the design and organization of computer systems.

The ability to evaluate and respond to opportunities for developing and exploiting new technologies.

About Asia Pacific University (APU) in Malaysia

Graduates from Asia Pacific University will receive a UK Dual Award degree from Staffordshire University. An impressive 95% of APU’s graduates obtain jobs before graduation.

APU – Rated No. 1 in Asia and Malaysia for MULTICULTURAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE
(*Student Barometer Wave 2015, ‘Studying with people from other cultures’)

Nurturing Professional for Global Careers – The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is amongst Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities, and is where a unique fusion of technology, innovation and creativity works effectively towards preparing professional graduates for significant roles in business and society globally. APU has earned an enviable reputation as an award-winning University through its achievements in winning a host of prestigious awards at international and international levels.

Soaring Upwards – APU awarded 5-STAR Excellent Rating at SETARA 2017

Asia Pacific University (APU) was announced as among the Highest Rated Emerging Universities in Malaysia, being rated at 5-STAR (EXCELLENT Rating) under the SETARA 2017 Ratings by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). APU has maintained this Excellent Rating in the SETARA 2011, 2013 and now in 2017. SETARA 2017 5-Star Rating was presented by the Minister of Higher Education Malaysia, YB Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh.

5-STARS for APU at QS Stars Rating 2017

Asia Pacific University (APU) received international recognition by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in 2017 with APU being awarded 5-Star in four categories of the QS Stars Rating – Teaching, Employability, Facilities and Inclusiveness. The QS Stars rating measures achievements of universities worldwide.

QS Stars is a international rating system which allows students to better understand an institution’s qualities, looking at everything from the employability of graduates, to sports facilities and community engagement.

APU is an “Premier Digital Tech University” – MDEC

Asia Pacific University is ranked Tier 5 or Excellent in the SETARA 2017, 2013 & 2011 and offers students top rated facilities at their new campus

Originally established as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) in 1993 and Asia Pacific University College of Technology & Innovation (UCTI) in 2004, APU’s sound approach to nurturing school leavers into qualified professionals has resulted in our graduates being highly sought after by employers.

Asia Pacific University (APU) has a Truly International Community – 11,000 Students from over 110 Countries

With an international student community of more than 11,000 students from more than 110 countries studying in its Malaysian campus, APU offers a truly cosmopolitan learning environment which prepares students well for the global challenges which lie ahead. APU offers a wide range of degrees with Technology as a common core. It is APU’s aim to nurture and encourage innovation through our programmes, with the intention of producing individuals who will learn, adapt and think differently in new and better ways.

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The university is strategically located in Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil. It is near condos and the Bukit Jalil LRT station. A free shuttle bus is provided for students to the LRT station and their accommodation.

Asia Pacific University (APU) has moved to a new campus which is also located at the safe Technology Park Malaysia. Technology Park Malaysia at Bukit Jalil is the ideal location for this new and contemporary Campus due to its strong positioning as Malaysia’s primary hub for leading-edge and high-tech developments in a wide variety of areas such as Information and Communication Technology, Biotechnology, Microelectronics, Engineering and Broadcasting.

After chatting with EduSpiral on WhatsApp, he met me & my family to take us around the campus & provide further advise on the course.Zijun, Actuarial Science at Asia Pacific University

TPM is also located in one of the most rapidly developing areas in Kuala Lumpur, and is well served and accessible through major highways, LRT and other forms of public transportation.

The central atrium space of APU’s new campus forms the hub to the building with large communal spaces, multipurpose hall and various other facilities like the large library, computer & engineering labs, lounges and syndicate rooms. Students will enjoy a lifestyle experience through the sports and recreation facilities such as a fitness center as well as basement car parks on campus, among many other exciting facilities.

“Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) works closely with EduSpiral Consultant Services in assisting a smooth transfer into our programmes for students from all over Malaysia.

Students who have joined APIIT through EduSpiral are very happy with their services and have found their online advise insightful and valuable. EduSpiral also provides guided tours to our campus and provides students with an in-depth view of the careers in IT, Business, Accounting, Banking and Finance and Engineering enabling them to make sound decisions.”

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Manager, Student Services

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EduSpiral took me & my friends to tour a few universities to help us make the right choice. He then met me & my father for further counseling & to assist in registering.Horng Yarng, Diploma in ICT at Asia Pacific University

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